2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Viper 2002 Holden Berlina
Make Dodge Holden
Model Viper Berlina
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8275 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 510 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 725 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2950 mm


 

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